Sun Times in Glasgow
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Glasgow?
Sunrise in Glasgow on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Glasgow?
Sunset in Glasgow on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:55 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Glasgow?
Morning golden hour in Glasgow ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:03 PM.
How long is the day in Glasgow?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Glasgow there are 15 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Glasgow?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Glasgow at 1:21 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Glasgow?
In Glasgow, sunset is at 8:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:01 AM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Glasgow?
Twilight in Glasgow lasts approximately 185 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Glasgow?
The earliest sunrise in Glasgow in 2026 is at 4:30 AM on June 17 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Glasgow?
The latest sunset in Glasgow in 2026 is at 10:06 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Glasgow?
After sunset at 8:55 PM in Glasgow, civil twilight ends at 9:39 PM — about 43 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:01 AM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Glasgow shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Glasgow
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Glasgow on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 4:15 PM | 7h 38m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 39m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 11m |
| May | 5:05 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 18m |
| June | 4:31 AM | 10:04 PM | 17h 33m |
| July | 4:52 AM | 9:52 PM | 17h 00m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 05m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 46m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:16 PM | 10h 29m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 4:09 PM | 8h 17m |
| December | 8:41 AM | 3:42 PM | 7h 01m |
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